Q. With reference to the term Global South, consider the following statements:
1.The term refers to only those countries located in the Southern Hemisphere.
2.The countries of Global South often face higher levels of poverty, income inequality, and lower life expectancies in comparison to the nations of the Global North.
Select the correct statements using the codes given below:
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation –
Statement 1 is incorrect. The term Global South is used for the Third World countries. While some countries of the Global South are located in the Southern Hemisphere, China and India are located entirely in the Northern Hemisphere.
Statement 2 is correct. The countries of Global South often face higher levels of poverty, income inequality, and lower life expectancies in comparison to the nations of the Global North.
Source: ForumIAS
